How We Help with Pedestrian Accident Lawsuits

Did you know that Melbourne, Florida has roads with some of the highest likelihood of fatal car accidents in the country?

The 2nd (U.S. 1), 3rd (U.S. 192), and 5th (I-95) deadliest roads go through Brevard County. U.S. 192 has the special distinction of not only being the third deadliest road, but having the highest likelihood of death in Melbourne, Florida. This doesn’t only spell trouble for drivers of cars, but for pedestrians who are near these roadways. Every mile on U.S. 192 in Melbourne, roughly 1 person dies from serious injury.

When a driving accident creates a pedestrian injury, Florida’s legal system allows for victims of pedestrian accidents to pursue compensation for their injuries. The legal system is focused on responsibility and holds the individual who caused the accident, and their insurance company, accountable. Getting compensation for this should be easy, but insurance makes it very difficult.

The top insurance companies made over $300,000,000,000 in 2019 by paying out claims that were favorable to them. Insurance companies have complex systems in place to make sure that it is hard to get paid your maximum amount. Great personal injury lawyers know the tricks of the insurance companies. At Douglas R. Beam P.A. our personal injury attorneys have brought in over $1,000,000,000 in settlements and verdicts. We've helped our clients, on average, receive 3x what they’re offered before our firm is hired.

Hire a Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

Have you been in an accident and suffered anything from a minor pedestrian injury to a brain injury? You should speak with a Melbourne, Florida pedestrian accident attorney. Do this as quickly as possible. Once your pedestrian accident takes place, insurance measures your actions and works to pay you the least amount of money possible for your recovery. If you have been in a pedestrian accident, you have options for recovering compensation. Contact us for a free consultation!

Injuries Associated with Brevard County Pedestrian Crashes

After a pedestrian accident, it is vital that the victim gets the right type of care. Here are four types of injuries we deal with regularly.

ROAD RASH

Road rash occurs when a pedestrian is dragged along a road. Road rash can vary from a minor abrasion and cut to major injury requiring skin grafting.

TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURIES

When someone goes through a pedestrian crash, there is a much higher chance of head injury. Traumatic Brain Injuries can result in a number of complications from death to changed mood to loss of personality. Our brain injury lawyers are experienced in these cases, winning upwards of $28.5 Million Dollars in a single Traumatic Brain Injury case.

BURNS

After an accident, victims may find that they have burns. This often comes from fire from the resulting aftermath. This incredibly serious injury requires sophisticated treatment. Our Melbourne, Florida personal injury attorneys understand these types of injuries and can help build a cause for anyone hurt by burns.

AMPUTATION

In certain pedestrian crashes, the accident victims can face loss of limb. The amputation of a body part is devastating and requires a full restart for an individual. Our team at Douglas R. Beam P.A. is sensitive to this change and dedicated to helping our clients communicate their needs after an accident.

MINOR INJURIES

Most pedestrian accidents result in some level of injury. From a minor bruise to a life-changing setback. It is insurance’s responsibility to take care of these injuries. What appears to be small may develop into a lifelong ailment. We have a deep understanding of these types of injuries and are able to help our clients get the assistance they need.

Your health comes first. After accidents occur, make sure you get healing for yourself and then contact a Melbourne, Florida lawyer to get the assistance you need.

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Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents in Melbourne, Florida

A pedestrian can be injured in a number of types of accidents. This includes truck accidents and motorcycle accidents. These common types of accidents can involve pedestrians.

HEAD-ON COLLISIONS

‍When the front of one vehicle strikes the front of another vehicle.

REAR-END COLLISIONS

When the front of one vehicle slams into the back of a vehicle.

CHAIN REACTION CRASHES

When a vehicle that has been struck by another vehicle moves forward and hits a pedestrian.

Vehicles can also directly strike pedestrians. Regardless of what accident occurs, it is important you get the help you need. Our team has experience with each of these accidents and knows how to help those who have been affected.

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Factors That Play a Role in Brevard County Pedestrian Accidents

When an accident happens, one of these five things is taking place.

ALCOHOL IMPAIRMENT

‍Leading all traffic deaths, drunk driving accidents make up 25% of fatalities. If you’re going to get a drink, leave your keys at home.

DRIVING FATIGUE

‍Just below alcohol impairment, driver fatigue makes up 20% of all crashes.

DISTRACTED DRIVING

‍Nearly 10% of the deaths on the road last year were caused by distracted drivers. Distracted driving takes place when anything but the road becomes the focus for a driver.

SPEEDING

‍Speeding is far more dangerous than many of us understand. Those going 10 miles over the speed limit have a 20% higher likelihood of getting in an accident than those who drive safely.

VEHICLE DEFECTS

‍One of the most tragic accidents is caused by vehicle defects. Individuals can be doing everything right, but have a vehicle malfunction that causes harm or injury. In these cases, personal injury attorneys can be helpful in evaluating if a lawsuit needs to be brought against those responsible for the defect.

When individuals choose to live recklessly, others have to bear the consequences. If you or a loved one have suffered serious injury due to pedestrian crashes, our team is ready to help. Call us at (321) 723-6591.

What to Consider When Choosing a Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

Look for these three things when choosing a pedestrian accident attorney:

KNOW THEIR RESULTS

‍Find a personal injury attorney who has a history of winning cases like yours. These attorneys will understand your type of pedestrian crash, your injuries and the impact of the pedestrian accident on your life. Additionally, the right attorney will understand your medical needs and the impact of the collision on your personal and work life.

CONTINGENCY FEE ONLY

‍Good personal injury attorneys bet on themselves. They do that through contingency fees. All that means is that you don’t pay any money up front. Standard contingency fees are 33.33% of whatever insurance rewards.

THEY GO TO TRIAL

‍Great law firms settle cases. Why? Insurance is scared of going to trial against an experienced group of attorneys. Trials are expensive and time-consuming. Insurance companies fear attorneys that have the resources, experience and know how to beat them soundly in court.

Ideally, when pedestrian crashes occur, we should be able to trust our insurance company to put our lives back together. Unfortunately, most insurance companies make their money by underpaying victims. You need an expert personal injury attorney to represent a victim in pedestrian accident lawsuits. The attorney will know how to deal with insurance companies so that they fulfill their obligations. The personal injury lawyers at Douglas R. Beam P.A. can evaluate your pedestrian accident during the initial consultation. We can map out a plan that details the medical bills and vehicle repairs. We will also calculate other monetary damages you are owed as a result of the crash.